{"product_id":"tama-starclassic-bubinga-5pc-drum-set-blue-swell-burst-made-in-japan","title":"Tama Starclassic Bubinga 5pc Drum Set Blue Swell Burst - Made in Japan!","description":"\u003ch2\u003eExtremely Limited Tama Starclassic Bubinga Drums Direct from Japan!\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroducing another breathtaking Tama arrival, offered in impressive sizes with a truly stunning finish. This kit epitomizes Tama’s exceptional craftsmanship in both construction and design. If you're after a high-end set that stands out, this may be the perfect choice for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tama Starclassic Bubinga sets a new benchmark in sonic and visual excellence. The exquisitely grained outer plies are carefully hand-selected for their remarkable beauty and consistent quality across all drums. Each seam is virtually seamless to the touch, creating a smooth, uninterrupted aesthetic unlike any other drum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSizes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e22x16, 10x8, 12x9, 14x13, 16x15. Drums only; hardware\/cymbals sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe did notice that the bass drum and 16\" floor tom had some very faint blemishes in the clear coat towards the edges (see photos). These blemishes are hard to see unless the lighting is just right. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShells – Crafted from 9-ply, 6mm Bubinga for toms and floor toms, with a 7mm bass drum, this shell composition offers a sharper and more aggressive attack with exceptionally deep, rich lows. African bubinga wood is approximately 53% harder than maple and birch, providing enhanced acoustic qualities. Tama’s bubinga shells are slightly thicker than their maple counterparts, maximizing the drums’ sound potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMinimum Shell Contact\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTama’s design team is constantly innovating ways to boost drum resonance. Even the smallest design enhancements contribute to noticeable sound improvements. Examples include a metal-free, imprinted insignia instead of a traditional metal badge and a maple soundhole to replace the conventional metal one, which helps enhance resonance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStar-Cast Mounting System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTama’s Star-Cast Mounting System ensures maximum resonance and stability. Its streamlined design allows for closer tom placement, enhancing comfort and ease of play. Now crafted from lightweight aluminum, it also offers truer tonal vibration and is plated to match the drum’s shell hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDie-Cast Hoops\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHoops play a vital role in both tuning and sound quality. For the Starclassic Series, Tama opted for zinc die-cast hoops, which provide better density and shape consistency than triple-flanged hoops. Die-cast hoops ensure consistent tuning, crisper attack, and vibrant highs, as well as powerful rim shots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClaw Hooks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Starclassic Bubinga Elite claw hooks come with rubber spacers to protect wood hoops, maintaining durability even with loose tunings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBass Drum Spur Bracket\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTama’s MSB30 die-cast bracket ensures a secure hold, thanks to a robust hinge mechanism used in the MTB30 mounting bracket. The folding spur bracket features unique memory markers for simplified setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuper Resonant Mounting System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo enhance natural resonance, Tama developed the Super Resonant Mounting System, which reduces shell vibration transfer to tom stands by using rubber at all contact points. This isolates the shell vibrations, amplifying resonance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Quick-Lock tom brackets, part of the Super Resonant Mounting System, offer rapid setup and teardown. These innovative brackets retain positioning on tom stands or floor tom legs, eliminating the need for separate memory locks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFloor Tom Legs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarclassic floor tom legs feature a unique, hollow, soft rubber tip that absorbs impact, accentuating the drum’s resonance and sustain. This construction also enhances playability, providing a responsive feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHold Tight Washers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hold Tight washer is a unique, non-loosening washer with a cup-shaped stainless steel structure containing a rubber ring. This prevents vibrations from loosening the tension rod, maintaining stable tuning.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tama","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49893218713882,"sku":"SCBUBMIJ-5PC-BSB","price":6870.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0751\/6710\/5306\/files\/IMG_3013copy-min.jpg?v=1730425395","url":"https:\/\/drumcenternh.mom\/products\/tama-starclassic-bubinga-5pc-drum-set-blue-swell-burst-made-in-japan","provider":"Drum Center Of Portsmouth","version":"1.0","type":"link"}